The Funny Farm
"Welcome to the comedy club where young comics make every night riot night. Now, they're taking their act to the streets."
Originally released in 1983. The Funny Farm is a drama/comedy film. directed by Ron Clark.
Starring Miles Chapin, Peter Aykroyd, and Howie Mandel
Synopsis
The laughs are nonstop as a gang of ambitious young comics strives to make it in the exciting world of stand-up comedy at the famous comedy club in L.A., The Funny Farm. These budding comedy stars are as crazy offstage as they are on: Miguel, America s funniest illegal alien ; Miles, who can t decide if he s a black comic or a comic who happens to be black; Bruce, whose manic act borders on insanity; and Peter, the intense political satirist. The Funny Farm is a hilarious and insightful look into those who live the lives of comedians.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 18, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Canadian Film Development Corporation
- Filmplan International II
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Funny Farm about?
The laughs are nonstop as a gang of ambitious young comics strives to make it in the exciting world of stand-up comedy at the famous comedy club in L.A., The Funny Farm. These budding comedy stars ...
Who directed The Funny Farm?
The Funny Farm was directed by Ron Clark.
How long is The Funny Farm?
The Funny Farm has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Funny Farm released?
The Funny Farm was released on February 18, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Funny Farm?
The main cast of The Funny Farm includes Miles Chapin, Peter Aykroyd, Howie Mandel, Tracey E. Bregman, Jack Blum.